How To See Color And Paint It

Author : Arthur Stern
Publisher : Echo Point Books & Media, LLC
Page : 363 pages
File Size : 45,5 Mb
Release : 1984
Category : Art
ISBN : 8210379456XXX

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How to See Color and Paint It by Arthur Stern Pdf

Learn to see and mix any color with extraordinary precision! Many painters don't paint what they see, but what they expect to see, what they think they see, what they remember, or what they imagine things are supposed to look like. Since "the mind stands in the way of the eye," the purpose of this revolutionary book is to train you to paint what your eye actually sees. Arthur Stern claims that color is key to painting what you see. After working with three generations of students, he developed a program of 22 painting projects that teach the artist to observe, identify, mix, match, and paint the colors of the world with remarkable accuracy. Using a painting knife and oil paint, you learn to analyze every painting subject as a series of distinct color areas—called color spots—and place each spot on the canvas as a unique and vivid mixture. The fundamental lesson of the book is that if you put the right color spot in the right place, you create a realistic image of form, space, surface texture, atmosphere, light, and shade. As you follow the painting projects in this book, you'll make the dramatic discovery that everything in nature is filled with luminous color. You'll learn to see glowing color in the "blackest" shadow and the "whitest" linen. You'll learn when a green can appear red; how to use paint to replicate metal, glass, wood, paper, porcelain, and other opaque, transparent, or textured surfaces. Before long, you'll be seeing a multitude of colors in a slice of bread, apples and oranges, and a mass of green leaves. You'll learn how to paint quickly enough to capture a "live" still life—a flower that moves and slowly dies as you paint it. You'll even practice with a setup outdoors to see how sunlight and skylight affect color. How to See Color and Paint It is a must for beginners and a valuable asset for intermediate artists who want to develop a more subtle perception of color. A final section contains beautiful paintings of many subjects that have grown out of projects and ideas taught in this book. 130 color plates; 40 black & white illustrations

Author : James Gurney
Publisher : Andrews McMeel Publishing
Page : 226 pages
File Size : 49,6 Mb
Release : 2010-11-30
Category : Art
ISBN : 9780740797712

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Color and Light by James Gurney Pdf

Unlike many other art books only give recipes for mixing colors or describe step-by-step painting techniques, *Color and Light* answers the questions that realist painters continually ask, such as: "What happens with sky colors at sunset?", "How do colors change with distance?", and "What makes a form look three-dimensional?" Author James Gurney draws on his experience as a plain-air painter and science illustrator to share a wealth of information about the realist painter's most fundamental tools: color and light. He bridges the gap between abstract theory and practical knowledge for traditional and digital artists of all levels of experience.

Author : Mitchell Albala
Publisher : Watson-Guptill
Page : 202 pages
File Size : 48,5 Mb
Release : 2011-11-15
Category : Art
ISBN : 9780823008346

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Landscape Painting by Mitchell Albala Pdf

Because nature is so expansive and complex, so varied in its range of light, landscape painters often have to look further and more deeply to find form and structure, value patterns, and an organized arrangement of shapes. In Landscape Painting, Mitchell Albala shares his concepts and practices for translating nature's grandeur, complexity, and color dynamics into convincing representations of space and light. Concise, practical, and inspirational, Landscape Painting focuses on the greatest challenges for the landscape artist, such as: • Simplification and Massing: Learn to reduce nature's complexity by looking beneath the surface of a subject to discover the form's basic masses and shapes.• Color and Light: Explore color theory as it specifically applies to the landscape, and learn the various strategies painters use to capture the illusion of natural light.• Selection and Composition: Learn to select wisely from nature's vast panorama. Albala shows you the essential cues to look for and how to find the most promising subject from a world of possibilities. The lessons in Landscape Painting—based on observation rather than imitation and applicable to both plein air and studio practice—are accompanied by painting examples, demonstrations, photographs, and diagrams. Illustrations draw from the work of more than 40 contemporary artists and such masters of landscape painting as John Constable, Sanford Gifford, and Claude Monet. Based on Albala's 25 years of experience and the proven methods taught at his successful plein air workshops, this in-depth guide to all aspects of landscape painting is a must-have for anyone getting started in the genre, as well as more experienced practitioners who want to hone their skills or learn new perspectives.

Author : Carol McIntyre
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 41,8 Mb
Release : 2019
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1732628009

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I Just Want to Paint! by Carol McIntyre Pdf

How-to art instruction book teaching painters how to mix color.

Author : Lucy Willis
Publisher : Chartwell Books
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 43,5 Mb
Release : 2003-08
Category : Light in art
ISBN : 0785817395

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Light by Lucy Willis Pdf

Author : Patti Mollica
Publisher : Walter Foster
Page : 66 pages
File Size : 42,7 Mb
Release : 2013
Category : Art
ISBN : 9781600583025

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Color Theory by Patti Mollica Pdf

In this essential guide, accomplished artist Patti Mollica walks you through the most important aspects of color theory as they relate to oil and acrylic painting. From pigment characteristics and color mixing to color psychology, you'll find all the information you need to make dynamic, harmonious, and meaningful color choices in your own works of art. Regardless of your medium, a solid understanding of color and its applications is essential. With a fresh, contemporary take on the subject of color, this essential guide features step-by-step projects and practical tips and techniques to put color knowledge to effective use. You'll find within: Discussions and illustrations of the complexities of color and how to use it as a tool for communication Tips for creating vibrant mixes, lively blacks, realistic greens, and flesh tones An inspiring collection of fresh and contemporary artwork Color Theory begins with an overview of color in the history of art and the science behind color, followed by a presentation of color basics: the color wheel; hue, saturation, and value; color and value; color temperature; color relativity; and color schemes. Everything you need to know about pigments and paints is detailed next. With these essentials covered, move on to integrate color with your compositions and painting style as a means of expression. Harness the power of color in your painting with Color Theory!

Author : Kevin Macpherson
Publisher : National Geographic Books
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 49,9 Mb
Release : 2000-03-01
Category : Art
ISBN : 9781581800531

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Fill Your Oil Paintings with Light & Color by Kevin Macpherson Pdf

These pages practically glow with Kevin Macpherson's rich and powerful paintings! He shares his techniques for quickly capturing the mood of a scene in bold, direct brushstrokes, with step-by-step instructions that make it easy—simply a matter of painting the colors you see. Follow his lead and you too, can create landscapes and still lives in a vibrant, impressionistic style.

Author : Josef Albers
Publisher : Yale University Press
Page : 210 pages
File Size : 55,5 Mb
Release : 2013-06-28
Category : Art
ISBN : 9780300179354

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Interaction of Color by Josef Albers Pdf

An experimental approach to the study and teaching of color is comprised of exercises in seeing color action and feeling color relatedness before arriving at color theory.

Author : Carol Marine
Publisher : Watson-Guptill
Page : 194 pages
File Size : 51,8 Mb
Release : 2014-11-04
Category : Art
ISBN : 9780770435332

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Daily Painting by Carol Marine Pdf

A unique system for jump-starting artistic creativity, encouraging experimentation and growth, and increasing sales for artists of all levels, from novices to professionals. Have you landed in a frustrating rut? Are you having trouble selling paintings in galleries, getting bogged down by projects you can’t seem to finish or abandon, or finding excuses to avoid working in the studio? Author Carol Marine knows exactly how you feel—she herself suffered from painter’s block, until she discovered “daily painting.” The idea is simple: do art (usually small) often (how often is up to you), and if you’d like, post and sell it online. Soon you’ll find that your block dissolves and you’re painting work you love—and more of it than you ever thought possible! With her encouraging tone and useful exercises, Marine teaches you to: -Master composition and value -Become confident in any medium including oil painting, acrylic painting, watercolors, and other media -Choose subjects wisely -Stay fresh and loose -Photograph, post, and sell your art online -Become connected to the growing movement of daily painters around the world

Author : Jenny Pinkerton
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 20 pages
File Size : 48,5 Mb
Release : 2020-09-01
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 9780593223062

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Play with Paint! by Jenny Pinkerton Pdf

When it comes to painting, there are so many possibilities! Mix colors, swish your brush around, and see what sorts of marks you can make with just your hand and a bit of paint in this adorable board book! Creative play meets self-expression in this board book perfect for budding-artist babies!

Author : Jane Blundell
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 46,5 Mb
Release : 2015-04-26
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1320762603

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The Ultimate Mixing Palette: a World of Colours by Jane Blundell Pdf

PDF - This could be the most useful watercolour reference book you will ever find. This book has been designed for use by anyone with an interest in watercolour, whether beginner or very experienced artist. It contains hand-painted mixing charts created using a palette of only fifteen carefully chosen colours. Every possible 2-colour mix is shown, along with the most useful 3-colour mixes. The charts have been professionally photographed and colour-matched to be as true to life as possible. Each page is rich with notes about the various colour mixes and their suggested uses in paintings. This is a private PDF listing. Please do not share.

Author : Wendy Jelbert
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 52,6 Mb
Release : 1997
Category : Brush drawing
ISBN : 0855328339

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Line & Wash by Wendy Jelbert Pdf

Methods of merging soft luminous washes with sharp, crisp definite penwork are made easy with this book. Each stage of the painting process is illustrated in a highly practical way, using step-by-step photographs and a colourful selection of finished paintings.

Author : David Carter
Publisher : Clarkson Potter
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 53,9 Mb
Release : 1996
Category : Furniture finishing
ISBN : 051770451X

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The Complete Book of Paint by David Carter Pdf

The first book to cover virtually every paint technique and every conceivable surface: walls, floors, wood furniture, and even upholstered fabrics and metalwork from a hot new designer. The book's 35 projects provide beautiful results and are also accessible to those with a less-than-practiced hand. 200 full-color photographs.

Author : Elizabeth Kincaid
Publisher : North Light Books
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 43,7 Mb
Release : 2008-10-29
Category : Art
ISBN : 1600611931

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Paint Watercolors that Dance with Light by Elizabeth Kincaid Pdf

Discover simple and effective techniques that will infuse your watercolor paintings with stunning highlights and vivid depths, all demonstrated in clear step-by-step exercises. Inside you will learn how to: Create paintings brimming with color using transparent layering techniques Innovate with masking materials to create crisp edges and eye-catching light effects Use tone and contrast to bring your paintings to life Packed with practical information for using color and light, Paint Watercolors that Dance with Light will transform your art.

Author : Nita Leland
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 177 pages
File Size : 55,6 Mb
Release : 2016-09-07
Category : Art
ISBN : 9781440345159

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Exploring Color Workshop, 30th Anniversary Edition by Nita Leland Pdf

Unlock the secrets to gorgeous, expressive, unforgettable color! Finding color combinations that not only work but excite the eye is one of the greatest challenges artists face. This updated and expanded 30th anniversary edition of the North Light classic Exploring Color teaches artists of all mediums and skill levels how to use and control color in their artwork and shows how exhilarating and enjoyable the ride can be. Popular art instructor and best-selling author Nita Leland will help you take any artwork you make to new color heights. Memorable paintings from more than 30 contributing artists are inside towill inspire you, along with 75+ hands-on exercises, 8 step-by-step demonstrations and countless nuggets of color knowledge--all in your own private workshop! Learn how to master color mixing, assemble the perfect palette for your artistic goals, select just the right color scheme, and communicate color in a way that elevates your designs way beyond the ordinary. Start a handy journal to keep track of your discoveries, with customized mixtures, color wheels, reference charts and other tools designed to uncover your color personality and help you work with color more efficiently. Nita knows that the quest for perfect color can be fun, and it can be yours. So stop guessing, and start exploring! "Beautiful color is no happy accident. Color can be learned." --Nita Leland